ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO + Core Ultra 5 245K Combo

AI-Ready Z890 Platform

This combination pairs the ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO motherboard with an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K processor on the LGA 1851 socket. The board delivers a 22+2+1+2 stage power design rated up to 110A per stage, plus ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and metallic capacitors. It supports DDR5 memory up to 9200 MT/s across four slots with a 256GB maximum capacity. Connectivity includes WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5Gbps and 2.5Gbps LAN, Thunderbolt 4, four SATA 6Gb/s ports and multiple M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 x4 modes.

Enthusiast Builder Fit

The bundle suits enthusiasts building a high-end AI-ready desktop who want integrated AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II and AI Networking II features alongside NitroPath DRAM Technology and NPU Boost. The 125W processor includes Intel Graphics but ships without a cooler, so a separate cooling solution is required. Users needing ECC memory, a different socket or a lower power envelope should consider other platforms.

LGA 1851 Socket Decides

The LGA 1851 socket is the single specification that determines compatibility; it accepts only Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and requires a matching cooler mounting pattern. DDR5 is the sole supported memory type with a 256GB ceiling across four 288-pin slots. PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics support comes from the CPU, while the Z890 chipset adds a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot at x4 and a PCIe 4.0 x1 slot.